Current events and happenings
Elder Services of Cape Cod and the Islands, Inc. will be distributing Farmer’s Market coupons for low income individuals (individuals who qualify for programs such as Food Stamps, Mass Health, fuel assistance), 60 years of age or older, residing in Barnstable, Dukes and Nantucket Counties for the purchase of produce at local Farmer’s Markets. Thes […]
WE CAN is offering a free workshop for women in August in order to empower homeowners who may be at risk of falling behind (due to job loss, health issues etc), are behind and/or have questions about refinancing with long time WE CAN Financial Empo9werment Volunteer Savannah Fabbio who is a mortgage loan officer and […]
The Cape Cod Family Table Collaborative, and initiative of the Cape Cod Culinary Incubator, is working with the Cape Codder Resort & Spa, the Boston Food Bank, Faith Family Kitchen, the American Culinary Federation of Cape Cod, and Cape Cod Church to coordinate a drive-through, cooked meal pick-up for individuals, families and seniors – a […]
Are you a Dad looking for peer support around fathering? Are you a Grandfather or Uncle who is raising or helping to raise children? Connect with others and chat about parenting (or whatever is on your mind). You are welcome to join regardless of your child(ren)’s age(s), or your parenting situation. This support group is […]
Prior to the pandemic, the AFSC offered a free six-week educational program called Savvy Caregiver, a 12-hour training in Alzheimer’s and dementia basics including disease staging, behavior management, and self-care. Master Trainer Judi Devaney has taught Savvy Caregiver classes in every town on the Cape, and in June will begin offering Savvy Caregiver online via […]
Parenting through COVID-19 and social distancing virtual drop-in group for caregivers will help you stay connected. This 8-week Zoom group starts May 12th at 3pm and is facilitated by Heather Bowden & Michelle McClelland of JRI’s Flexible Support Services. As this is a drop-in group, participants must register each week in order to obtain the […]
Cape Cod Children’s Place and Family Continuity’s Cape Cod Family Resource Center presents a program to support Dads & father figures. Facilitated by Matt Daniels, LMHC this group on May 28th and June 25th is from 3-4pm. Studies show that children grow up happier and healthier with nurturing fathers in their lives. This group is […]
Lottery applications are now available on Falmouth Housing Corporation’s website at www.falmouthhousingcorp.org. Applicants can also call 508-540-4009 or email [email protected] to have an application mailed to them. Gifford Workforce at 591 Gifford Street is accepting applications by Wednesday, July 15th, 2020 at 5pm. Little Pond Place at 41 Spring Bars Road is accepting applications by […]
The Plymouth Redevelopment Authority is currently accepting applications for the Brick Kiln Place Apartments affordable apartments now through July 9, 2020 at 4pm. For a lottery application or more info contact: Plymouth Redevelopment 508-747-1620 ext 10147 or [email protected] Information sessions will be held by interactive webinar hosted by Zoom on May 21st and 27th for […]
Learn how to talk to your teen about their marijuana use without prompting defensive behavior. Explore the impacts of chronic use. Understand recent changes to marijuana laws and the resulting attitudes. Thursday, February 11th 6-7:30 pm ET. Virtual via Zoom, Free and open to the Public. Workshop led by Rick Cresta, LICSW, member of the […]
The Cape Cod Family Resource Center and Cape Cod Neighborhood Support Coalition collaborate to compile and distribute a monthly list for the benefit of Cape and Islands families and professionals who support them. They include workshops, classes, support groups, and other resources that they believe adhere to best practices: however, we suggest that you consider […]
Presented by the Waquoit Congregational Church. Prepared by chefs at the Buffalo Jump Restaurant. All cooked, packaged, ready for pick up at church. Order ahead; we’ll bring dinner to your car. Roasted turkey breast and all the trimmings; dessert. Reheat and serve! Drive-thru, pickup ONLY. RSVP required. You MUST order by Dec. 20th by calling […]
We all have moments of feeling anxious, stressed, angry or depressed. A teen that has healthy coping skills is going to be better able to react to what is happening around them and not become overly dysregulated. Oh, We’ve Got Skills!!! Check out this free, 13-week, psycho-education Zoom group designed for high school aged students […]
Registration for Thanksgiving Baskets will be October 1st – November 13, 2020. To register please call 508-548-2794, Monday -Friday from 9:30-12 pm or Wednesday from 3-5pm. You will choose a time to pick up your basket on Monday, November 23rd or Tuesday, November 24th. For more information visit Falmouth Service Center’s website at www.falmouthservicecenter.org.
A safe and welcoming place to receive support if you are experiencing sadness, loneliness, worry, or any difficult life events and losses. Led by Clinical Social Worker Mark Abbott, LICSW. Thursdays at 10am. Open to Falmouth men age 60+. Call the Senior Center at 508-540-0196 to register.
This is an interactive 9-week parenting course. Open to any parenting member of a family in recovery. Participants will: Explore the needs of individuals struggling with substance use disorders Focus on skill building and coping strategies Strengthen family bonds so that families can heal together When: Mondays, 6-8:30pm, October 19th – December 14th, 2020 (must […]
This interactive 12-week virtual class offers dads the opportunity to enhance their fatherhood skills. Dads will: address their family history create a vision for the father they choose to be learn discipline skills that teach respect, not fear learn how to understand their child’s/children’s feelings\ Fall 2020 class schedule: September 16 – December 9. No […]
This interactive thirteen-week class offers dads the opportunity to enhance their fatherhood skills. Dads will: address their family history create a vision for the father they choose to be learn discipline skills that teach respect, not fear learn how to understand their child’s/children’s feelings Spring 2020 class schedule: March 5, 12, 19, 26, April 2, […]
An interactive 12-week parenting course where participants will: Explore the needs of individuals struggling with substance use disorders Focus on skill building and coping strategies Strengthen family bonds so that families can heal together Mondays from 6pm – 8pm, March 2-June 1. You can also contact Home Care Assistance for your family member that need […]
Having trouble paying your rent or mortgage because of COVID? Don’t wait for COVID eviction moratorium to end! 100% online and confidential application through Housing Assistance Corp. To apply, please visit: haconcapecod.org/programs/homeless-prevention
As we head into the holidays, families everywhere are struggling to make plans appropriate for the pandemic. How do we celebrate when we can’t be together as usual? How do we resolve differences of opinion about what is safe? How do we deal with more disappointment and frustration – and help our kids do the […]
NAMI Cape Cod & The Islands is a non-profit serving individuals and families affected by mental illness and neurological disorders through education, support and advocacy. NAMI is committed to supporting individuals and families during this time. If you feel you and your family are in need of help, and you would benefit from talking to […]
Housing Assistance Corp. (HAC) is committed to keeping our community safely housed. If you or someone you know needs help with their rent or mortgage. One secure, 100% online application gives you access to several programs, including: RAFT (Residential Assistance for Families in Transition) ERMA (Emergency Rental and Mortgage Assistance Our private homeless prevention programs […]
Children who are heading back to the classroom this fall are facing unusual challenges, and one of them is anxiety about being separated from their families after months of togetherness. For some kids it will trigger separation anxiety, in addition to the anxiety they may feel about leaving their safe harbor from the pandemic. “Kids […]
